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Uncertain World Cup for Paraguay’s Almiron, sent off for covering his mouth (opens original article in a new tab)

TL;DR

Almiron was sent off in the World Cup for covering his mouth, marking the first red card under new FIFA rules, and will miss Paraguay's next match. Paraguay won 1-0 despite playing with 10 men.

  • Almiron received a red card for covering his mouth during a World Cup match
  • New FIFA rules prohibit covering mouths during on-field confrontations
  • Almiron will miss Paraguay's next Group D match against Australia

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